Description
This zesty slow cooker chicken barbecue is an easy, flavorful, and hands-off recipe made with tender shredded chicken, tangy BBQ sauce, and spices. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, rice bowls, and meal prep, this comforting pulled chicken is a crowd-pleasing slow cooker classic!
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Barbecue sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
- Italian dressing
- Brown sugar
- Worcestershire sauce
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Place chicken in the bottom of a slow cooker.
- In a bowl, whisk together barbecue sauce, Italian dressing, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken, making sure it’s fully coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until chicken is fork-tender.
- Shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker using two forks, then stir into the sauce.
- Serve hot on buns, over rice, in wraps, tacos, or however you like.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for extra moisture and flavor.
- Add red pepper flakes, hot sauce, smoked paprika, or chipotle powder for extra heat or smokiness.
- Stir in peach or pineapple preserves for a sweet and spicy twist.
- Great for meal prep—portion with rice or buns for easy lunches.
- Freezes well for up to 3 months; thaw and reheat before serving.
